The Opposite(Antonym) of “trustfully”
The antonyms of trustfully are distrustfully, skeptically, and unreliably. These words convey a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
Explore all Antonyms of “trustfully”
Definitions and Examples of distrustfully, skeptically, unreliably
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
With suspicion or a lack of trust in someone or something.
Example
She looked at him distrustfully when he said he didn't know anything about the missing money.
With doubt or a questioning attitude towards someone or something.
Example
He listened to the salesman's pitch skeptically and asked many questions before making a decision.
In an untrustworthy or undependable manner.
Example
He showed up unreliably to work, often coming in late or not showing up at all.
Key Differences: distrustfully vs skeptically vs unreliably
- 1Distrustfully implies suspicion or a lack of trust in someone or something.
- 2Skeptically suggests a questioning attitude or doubt towards someone or something.
- 3Unreliably indicates that someone or something is not trustworthy or dependable.
Effective Usage of distrustfully, skeptically, unreliably
- 1Communication: Use these antonyms to express a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
- 2Writing: Incorporate these antonyms in narratives to create tension and conflict between characters.
- 3Vocabulary Building: Learn and practice using these antonyms to expand your vocabulary.
Remember this!
The antonyms of trustfully convey a lack of trust or confidence. Distrustfully implies suspicion, skeptically suggests doubt, and unreliably indicates a lack of trustworthiness. Use these words to express a lack of trust or confidence, create tension in writing, and expand your vocabulary.
